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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Mattoon to Appleton. The train trip from Mattoon to Appleton is usually about 13 hours and 17 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 11 hours and 50 minutes.
Distance | 330 mi (531 km) |
Fastest train | 11h 50m |
Lowest price | $86.00 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Mattoon to Appleton?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Mattoon to Appleton. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 3 | 13h 18m | $90.33 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Mattoon to Appleton every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $86.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Mattoon and Appleton is approximately 330 miles, or 531 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 13 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 50 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Mattoon to Appleton. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Mattoon at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Appleton to Mattoon.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Mattoon?
Main departure station: 1718 Broadway Ave
There is one train station in Mattoon.
All train stations in Mattoon:
1718 Broadway Ave
Where is the train station in Appleton?
Main arrival station: Appleton Transit Ctr
Appleton has one train station.
All train stations in Appleton:
Appleton Transit Ctr
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